Chapter 2
Installing ReadyBoard 800 Options
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QuickStart Guide
ReadyBoard 800
Installing MiniModule ISA
The MiniModule
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ISA expansion board allows you to access and use additional PC/104 (ISA)
expansion boards with the ReadyBoard 800 using its PCI-104 connector.
Tools Required
The following tools are needed to install or remove the MiniModule ISA expansion board onto or off of
the ReadyBoard 800 SBC.
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Small to medium Phillips screwdriver
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Anti-static service kit - Use a complete anti-static service kit (or the equivalent) to remove or
install the MiniModule ISA expansion board. A complete anti-static service kit should include a
static-dissipating work surface, a chassis clip lead, and a wrist or ankle strap.
Installation Guidelines
The ReadyBoard 800 supports the MiniModule ISA expansion board, which provides PC/104
(ISA Bus) signals to PC/104 expansion boards if connected to the ReadyBoard 800.
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Use the Serial IRQ ISA Bus jumper (JP1) to provide the IRQ signals to the MiniModule ISA board.
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The MiniModule ISA expansion board is configured as a Plug n’ Play board in the BIOS Setup.
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The IRQs used for the MiniModule ISA expansion board and any additional PC/104 boards are
not available to the Serial 4 (COM4) port.
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Use 0.8" (20 mm) standoffs for the first board off of the ReadyBoard 800. All additional
expansion boards above the first board will need the standard 0.6" (15 mm) standoffs.
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The 0.8" (20 mm) and 0.6" (15 mm) standoffs provided by Ampro are threaded for M3 P0.5 screws.
Installing the MiniModule ISA Board
This procedure describes how to install the MiniModule ISA board onto the ReadyBoard 800.
1. ReadyBoard 800 preparation:
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If the ReadyBoard 800 is already prepared for MiniModule ISA board installation, with
power disconnected, skip to Step 5.
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If the ReadyBoard 800 is connected to power and operating, power down the system and
continue with next step.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the ReadyBoard 800, ensure the power supply is turned
off and the power cord has been removed from the power source. The typical
ATX power supply will continue to provide standby current to the chassis until
the power cord is disconnected.
2. Disconnect the ATX power supply’s power cord from the AC power source.
